1983 Citroen BX vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1995 Toyota Carina is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Carina (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Carina weights approximately 341 kg more than 1983 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Toyota Carina (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen BX | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | BX | Carina |
Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 899 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |